Miyazaki 'Taiyo no Tamago' Mangoes Fetch 550,000 Yen at First Auction
The first auction for Miyazaki Prefecture's premium branded mangoes, known as 'Taiyo no Tamago' (Sun's Egg), took place on April 16, 2026, at the Miyazaki City Central Wholesale Market. A pair of the high-quality fruits sold for a record-breaking 550,000 yen. The winning bid was placed by Iwataya, a tropical fruit retailer based in Fukuoka's Tenjin district, marking their second consecutive year securing the top lot. Store manager Hayao Hirose stated that the purchase serves as a good luck charm to generate business momentum and allow more customers to enjoy the premium produce. These mangoes are distinguished by strict standards regarding sugar content, weight, and color. Following the auction, the fruits were transported by air for immediate display. This year, 216 farmers in Miyazaki are cultivating the crop, with total production projected at 850.6 tons. Shipping volumes are expected to peak between mid-May and early July, distributing the fruit to markets across Japan, including Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Producers expressed pride in the quality of this year's harvest, attributing it to favorable weather conditions.
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Miyazaki 'Taiyo no Tamago' Mangoes Fetch 550,000 Yen at First Auction
The first auction for Miyazaki Prefecture's premium branded mangoes, known as 'Taiyo no Tamago' (Sun's Egg), took place on April 16, 2026, at the Miyazaki City Central Wholesale Market. A pair of the high-quality fruits sold for a record-breaking 550,000 yen. The winning bid was placed by Iwataya, a tropical fruit retailer based in Fukuoka's Tenjin district, marking their second consecutive year securing the top lot. Store manager Hayao Hirose stated that the purchase serves as a good luck charm to generate business momentum and allow more customers to enjoy the premium produce. These mangoes are distinguished by strict standards regarding sugar content, weight, and color. Following the auction, the fruits were transported by air for immediate display. This year, 216 farmers in Miyazaki are cultivating the crop, with total production projected at 850.6 tons. Shipping volumes are expected to peak between mid-May and early July, distributing the fruit to markets across Japan, including Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Producers expressed pride in the quality of this year's harvest, attributing it to favorable weather conditions.
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